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Homemade fig jam with cheese and crackers.
AGT Editorial Team

Homemade Fig Jam With Dried Figs

5 from 3 votes
Discover the delightful art of crafting homemade dried fig jam with our easy-to-follow recipe. Indulge in the sweet, fruity goodness of this delectable preserve, perfect for spreading on toast or pairing with cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 197
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz dried figs, stems removed, chopped small
  • 2 cups water
  • 1½ cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan

Method
 

  1. Add chopped figs to a medium saucpan with water, lemon juice and sugar.
  2. Bring to a boil then turn the heat to a simmer.
  3. Stir mixture occasionally as it begins to thicken. It should take approximately 30-40 minutes for the figs to soften and break down.
  4. For a super smooth fig jam, use an immersion blender or food processor to puree the figs into a smooth jam. Otherwise your jam will be chunkier.
  5. Transfer to clean containers and refrigerate promptly at 40°F (4°C) or below. Freeze small portions for longer storage. This recipe is not validated for shelf-stable canning.

Notes

Yield: About 2-3 cups.
The jam will thicken up a lot as it cools. If it's too thick to spread the next day, stir in a tablespoon of water to thin it out.
Storage: This is a refrigerator jam; its shelf life has not been validated. Keep refrigerated or freeze in freezer-safe containers with room for expansion. For shelf-stable jam, use a tested preservation recipe and follow its specified process.
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